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Topeka
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Topeka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Raising Cane’s, known for its chicken fingers, Texas toast and Cane’s sauce, plans to open nearly 100 new restaurants this year — marking rapid national growth. A new Topeka site is scheduled to open early next year — a key step in the chain’s expansion strategy. KSNT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ GreatPLAY Topeka launched its new gel blaster interactive game on August 16th—mixing paintball and laser tag in a large blackout arena that features team play for all ages. The permanent Gel Blaster Nexus at GreatPLAY Topeka at 1936 NW Tyler St also offered a demonstration and a drawing for a $200 gift basket. WIBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kids learned about water at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center during the Water Wonder Days program, where they enjoyed fun paper and clay craft activities that helped them explore water's role in daily life—The program will return in October. WIBW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Family Service and Guidance Center held its 19th annual Works of Heart fundraiser today at Townsite Center—paintings and pottery were auctioned online and in person to support local mental health services for children, teens and families. WIBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Washburn football finished fall camp yesterday and is set to begin classes on Monday as the team gears up for its season opener against Truman State on Aug 30 — first-year head coach Zach Watkins said the squad showed strong progress during camp. KSNT
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Get Down in T-Town
4-9 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of live music, dance, and local flavors in Topeka.
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KCECA Varsity Football Game
7-9 p.m. — Cornerstone Family Schools Inc — Free entry — Cheer on the Cornerstone Family as they host Kansas City East Christian Academy in a thrilling home conference football game.
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TRAPT Live in Topeka
7-8 p.m. — Jessie's Bar Outdoor Stage — General Admission $20 ($25 at the door) — Rock out with TRAPT as they perform hits from their new album!
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Holy Smokin' Jamboree 2025
8 a.m. - 10 p.m. — 2014 NW 46th St, Topeka, KS — $2 wristband for kid games — Enjoy BBQ, live music, and family-friendly activities at this annual jamboree.
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Tim Hawkins Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — $65-$86 — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Tim Hawkins.
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Highland Park vs. Sumner Academy Varsity Football
2-4 a.m. — Highland Park High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting matchup between Highland Park and Sumner Academy's varsity football teams.
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12th Annual Dueling Pianos Fundraiser
6-10 p.m. — The Townsite Avenue Ballroom — Various ticket prices — Enjoy a night filled with music, laughter, and support for kids in need.
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